Following reports that NEC Nijmegen have accepted a bid from Sparta for Vito Van Crooij - discussions over personal terms are said to have begun as all parties look to finalise the move in the coming days. The midfielder is open to the move, and if talks proceed smoothly, the transfer could be confirmed in the coming days - which would see the interested team secure one of their top targets and put their rivals on notice. Talks are underway, and with no competition emerging, Sparta are seen as the sole contenders for the player's signature. In season 25/26, Sparta are conceding 1.82 goals per game (31 in 17 games), which points to a lack of control in midfield. Vito Van Crooij would be expected to calm things down and protect the back line better. Neither NEC Nijmegen nor Sparta have been linked with any additional targets at this stage. Looking for Sparta transfer rumours? Follow us on Twitter @PlayerSwitchCom for more rumours just like this.